Program brief

The Doctor of Business Administration program is aimed at producing students who are confident and able to understand, comprehend and carry out relevant research related to problems faced by business organizations. The graduates are motivated, independent, knowledgeable and with the attitude that can put them ahead in the international business marketplace. They will be experts in their field of research and possess critical thinking in solving business-oriented problems.

The program duration is 3 years but can be finalized in minimum 2. Students will study selected modules specialized in business administration during the first year. They will finish each module within a period of 4 to 8 weeks. They will then move to do Research and Dissertation phase which can take 1 or 2 years. Once they graduate, students will be awarded Doctor of Business Administration.

Why this programs?

  • Yield the benefits of Switzerland’s higher education reputation.The program is developed for students who do not already hold a Master of Business Administration or similar and include business courses to make sure the highest level of knowledge and skills.
  • Lecturers with excellent qualifications and experience in the respective field.
  • Master research methodology and skills.
  • Improve analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
  • Enable students to conduct their own research papers.
  • Combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience.

Career Opportunities:

A Doctorate degree in Business Administration sets you apart from the crowd, signifying to employers not only business proficiency but also a commitment towards personal and organizational growth. As a DBA holder, you will have a wide range of career opportunities. Here’s just a sampling of jobs you can pursue with Doctor of Business Administration:

  • Private corporation and nonprofit sectors:
  • Consultant – Management, research, etc.
  • Entrepreneur/Business Owner.
  • Education:
  • Administration
  • Academic
  • Government institutions
  • Administration, management, etc.
  • Research & development

Facts

Duration

2 to 3 years – 180 ECTS

Study Mode

Online/Blended

Intakes

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Location

Online offered only

Entry Requirements

  1. Masters or equivalent
  2. IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

Medium of Teaching

Multiple languages available

Graduation Requirements

Assessment for each course has to be passed. Final dissertation passed

Memberships/

Accreditations

Accreditations

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Program Details
Month CODE COURSE TITLE GLH/TLH ECTS UK Credits US Credits
YEAR 1 – Learning PHASE (10 Courses) 1500 60 120 120
4-5 weeks DBA7013 Strategic Marketing 180/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA7023 Managerial Economics 180/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA7033 International Business 180/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA7043 Advanced Accounting and Finance 180/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA7053 Organizational Leadership 180/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA7063 Strategic Management 180/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA8013 Research Philosophy 180/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA8023 Research Methodology 180/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA8033 Advanced Statistics 120/150 6 12 12
4-5 weeks DBA8043 Multivariate Analysis 180/150 6 12 12
YEAR 2 and 3- RESEARCH AND DISSERTATION PHASE 3000 120 120 120
2 months STAGE 1 Identifying and Defining Research Problem and Developing Conceptual Model
2 months STAGE 2 Review of Literature
2 months STAGE 3 Preparing a Research Proposal
3 months STAGE 4 Research design and planning
3 months STAGE 5 Pilot study and refining research design
5 months STAGE 6 Data collection and processing
4 months STAGE 7 Data analysis, interpretations and writing draft chapters
6 months STAGE 8 Writing and completion of dissertation
TOTAL ECTS 4500 180 240 240